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County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, c. 1777
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County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published. With three general maps of England, Scotland and Ireland, from the latest and best authorities, by Emanuel Bowen, Thomas Kitchin and others. London, printed and sold by T. Bowles, [c.1777]
Original at Sheffield Libraries: 912 STF
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Antique Map Bowens Map County Map Emanuel Bowen Old Map Thomas Kitchin Abergavenny Bristol Caldicot Cheltenham Chepstow Cirencester Dursley Filton Gloucester Gloucestershire Kingswood Monmouth Monmouthshire Stroud Tewkesbury Thornbury Winterbourne Yate
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This antique map, titled "County Map of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire" takes us back in time to the year 1777. A true masterpiece from The Large English Atlas, this print showcases the remarkable craftsmanship of renowned cartographers Emanuel Bowen, Thomas Kitchin, and others. The map offers a detailed depiction of the counties of Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire, capturing their rich history and diverse landscapes. From bustling cities like Gloucester and Cheltenham to charming towns such as Kingswood and Filton, every corner is meticulously illustrated with precision. As we explore further into this enchanting piece, we encounter picturesque locations like Stroud, Yate, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Frampton Cotterell, Winterbourne, Dursley - each marked with its own unique charm. Notably featured are also Innsworth and Bishops Cleeve alongside other hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Venturing beyond Gloucestershire's borders lies the stunning county of Monmouthshire. Here we find historical landmarks like Monmouth itself - a town steeped in medieval heritage - as well as Abergavenny with its majestic castle ruins. Caldicot Castle stands proudly amidst Chepstow's scenic beauty while Magor exudes tranquility along the banks of Usk River. This exceptional print transports us through time to an era when these regions were still evolving. Preserved within Sheffield Libraries' archives for generations to come; it serves as a testament
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